Global oil prices dropped by 4% after OPEC announced plans to increase production next quarter

A software company updated its privacy policy to give users more control over their dataA community organized a festival to celebrate the region’s cultural heritage

A grocery store added self-checkout lanes to reduce wait times for customersA school started a music program that provides free instruments to students who can’t afford themA photographer won a contest for their photo of a rare bird spotted in a local nature reserve

A hotel renovated its rooms to include more energy-efficient appliances and lightingA musician performed at a charity event that raised $25,000 for a local animal shelter

A construction company finished building a new hospital wing that adds 50 new beds

A study found that spending time with pets can lower blood pressure and reduce anxietyA library hosted a "tech help" session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tablets

A farm installed a new irrigation system that uses 30% less water than the previous modelA taxi company updated its app to allow customers to split fares with friends and family

A restaurant added a kids’ menu with healthy options like fruit cups and veggie sticksA city council voted to increase funding for public transportation by 15% next year

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• ·Travel magazine lists top eco friendly resorts for sustainable vacations
• ·A new light rail system opened connecting the airport to downtown in 20 minutes
• ·Researchers found that regular exercise can improve memory in older adults
• ·Researchers found that reading physical books improves retention better than e-books
• ·A bakery started making custom birthday cakes with 3D-printed sugar decorations
• ·A local newspaper won a state journalism award for its investigative report on government waste
• ·Researchers found that singing in a choir improves mental health and reduces stress
• ·Research shows that stretching before exercise prevents injuries
• ·Scientists warned that ocean acidification is threatening the survival of shell-forming creatures
• ·A hospital started offering telehealth services for patients who cannot visit in person
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet that orbits a star similar to our sun in the habitable zone
• ·A tennis player won their first Grand Slam title at the age of 32
• ·Scientists found evidence that climate change is causing glaciers to melt at a faster rate
• ·A gym added a new section for weight training equipment
• ·Motorcycle show features custom bikes from local builders and national brands
• ·A tech company released software that helps small businesses manage social media accounts